Taylor has been a bit perturbed with me over a certain issue, so instead of acting out like most pre-teens would do, she’s debating me with written word.
Below is the exact copy of her “persuasive essay”
Hope you enjoy it half as much as I did.
Persuasive essay
Prompt: Should Taylor be allowed to bring her iPad to school? Suport your answer.
I believe that I should be able to bring my iPad to school for a number of reasons but the main three reasons are: 1. It will enhance my education. 2. It will be more convenient to other students. 3.It will make being organized even easier for me.
As stated earlier, bringing my iPad to school will enhance my education. You might be thinking, "How will an iPad enhance someone's education." I know it sounds unlikely but it will work out. I have books on my iPad so just in case I forget my S.S.R (Sustained Silent Reading.) book, I can just read on my iPad. Also, I have apps to help me with math and other subjects.
Okay, the second reason might sound unlikely to you but it makes sense. Bringing MY iPad to school will be more convenient to other students because all of the computers in our school are HORRIBLE so if I bring my iPad, I can just use this so another student can use a functional computer.
The third reason supports itself. It doesn't matter how smart you are, if you're not organized than you aren't going to get anywhere. I think that bringing my iPad to school will not only help me become even more organized, but it will also boost my grades because of my organizational skills.
Alright, I know your still not comfortable with the idea of me bringing my iPad to school, even with all of the above reasons I have given you. I am now going to address some of your most extreme concerns. 1. You're afraid I might drop it, bump it into something, smash it ect. 2. You're afraid I will lose it or it will get stolen. 3. You're afraid I will get caught playing on it in the middle of class and get it taken up.
Reason one is a valid reason, but its highly unlikely. If you haven't noticed an, iPad is very large and mine has a protective case with a lot of traction. Plus I carry the iPad between my notebooks so it will have more protection in case someone does bump into me.
Number two isn't probable. How do you lose an iPad? It's fairly large and difficult to misplace. It being stolen doesn't make sense either because they would: 1. Obviously be caught because I'm the only one in the school with this case. 2. Doesn't have and iPad 10 minutes ago, walks to the next class with and iPad. 3. My iPad has an engravement on the back so I would have proof. 4. NOTHING has ever been stolen all year so I think it's fine. You would have to have some judgment issues if you were going to steal an iPad.
Number three is just plain stupid. You can't really hide an iPad underneath a desk and play with it! It's just not practical. Therefore, if I'm not playing with it the teacher would have no reason to take it up.The desks have baskets underneath the desks so I will just keep it under there with a layer of books for extra protection.
In conclusion, there is really no reason I shouldn't be able to bring my iPad to school that I haven't supported above. I have addressed both sides of the argument and supported my case on both sides of the argument. Therefore, you should let me bring my iPad to school.
17 comments:
Yeah, let the girl bring it to school. You can't win this fight :)
Taylor, thank you for your input..... NO!
Color me impressed! A PRE-TEEN able to show reason and logic AND WRITE IT CLEARLY AND CONCISELY...and in sentences! I vote she gets to take the iPad to school, as long as it's not against school rules.
Impressive arguments!! Are you going to give in?
Impressive argument! Are you going to give in?
Start saving your pennies now...This girl is going to Law School!
She is a smart little bugger! So, did you capitulate?
Perhaps a severe beating while reiterating the meaning of "no" is in order, generously interspersed with reminders of who's the boss. Feel free to use salty language to emphasize the intensity of your beliefs.
Or, you could just calmly point out that if she would simply place an $800 deposit on the device, she would be free to take it wherever she likes. She could use it as a bike ramp, for all you care. In the event of damage or loss, she forfeits the deposit and loses the use of an iPad as well.
You're welcome.
Two words: Good Luck
Welp, since that's not gonna get her anywhere, she should use it for homework in any future debate class.
she drives a hard message that's for sure!
Do you know here at the local city high school it is a requirement that students have an iPad? They are even going so far as to rent them to the students at the beginning of each school year for the families that can't afford them! INSANE!
Now that being said I'm sure they have TONS of lessons/books etc on those things vs. your daughter wanting to take her personal pad.
My only question is... if she can't do fun stuff with it, why does she feel she needs to take it again? ;)
She is a very smart girl with very valid points...however I still wouldnt let her take it. Those things cost a small fortune, stay strong mama!
Christina :)
She makes a good point. Still, you have the ultimate secret weapon on your side - "Because I said so!".
Sure, it's a dick move. But, it works. And, as a bonus, they know, at that very moment, that their parent is, indeed, an asshole.
She makes a good point. Still, you have the ultimate secret weapon: "Because I said so!"
Sure, it's a dick move, but it works. And, as a bonus, they know, at that very moment, that their parent is, indeed, an asshole.
I would totally let her! But with the warning that if anything happens to it, she is responsible for it, and she will have to replace it with her own money. Period.
It's just a gadget, no lives can be lost. And a great way for her to start learning responsibility. I bet she does great!
Polly
As a teacher of high schoolers, I can say that there are very few occasions where an IPad is needed, but 100 times where an IPad is wanted...by other students.
I think it is cute she thinks if someone takes it that they have "judgement issues."
Good luck. She is going to be a handful...but at least a respectful one!
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Ho boy.
Now what?
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